Non-Immigrant Visas

Non-immigrant visas allow a person to enter the United States for a temporary period of time and are restricted to the activity consistent with the visa. For example, a person coming to study in the United States would obtain a student visa (F1) and would be allowed into the United States only for study. Immigrant visas are generally not subject to numerical restrictions.

MyRights Immigration Law Firm has helped obtain all varieties of non-immigrant visas. Please schedule an appointment to discuss your individual case with one of our immigration attorneys.

The procedure for applying for a non-immigrant visa will vary depending on what specific visa is sought. For example some visas require USCIS to approve a petition on Form I-129 before applying with the consulate. (H, L, O, P, Q, R, and K visas).

Some Types of Non-Immigrant Visas

The following list provides some types of non-immigrant visas, many of these visas allow for dependent with a similar visa, for example a student holding an F1 visa may obtain an F2 visa for his spouse or children. Dependent visas are not included in this list.